Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
71B2AB
RGB
113, 178, 171
HSL
174, 30%, 57%
HSB
174, 37%, 70%
CMYK
37, 0, 4, 30
LAB
68, -23, -3
LCH
68, 23, 188
OKLCH
0.72, 0.07, 187
XYZ
30, 38, 44
LUV
68, -31, -1
HWB
174, 44%, 30%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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